With each thud emanating from a hard fall and every ankle twist, a collective sigh of relief almost reverberates around Spectrum Center.
These days, whenever LaMelo Ball isn’t standing upright or shows the slightest sign of pain, the Charlotte Hornets’ universe is awash in hysteria. So, with right ankle soreness shelving the star point guard for the second straight game, causing him to sit out Monday night’s matchup with the New York Knicks, Ball’s health remains a topic of discussion.
“Not good enough to play,” coach Steve Clifford said. “He’s just really sore.